We talked to him about the game development process, his favorite games, and his childrens book.
So far, weve launched three award winning games played by millions around the world.
What apps, gadgets, or tools cant you live without?
There is an app, unfortunately named LICEcap, that we use a lot at the studio.
It captures a specified area on your setup screen and turns it into an animated gif.
We frequently send gifs of gameplay that is in development so that get feedback.
Whats your workspace setup like?
Weve got an amazing space that was designed byarchitecture AFandSheep+Stone.
Its simple, clean and designed with the intent of thoughtful work to be done.
Whats your best shortcut or life hack (no matter how small or niche)?
Take us through an interesting or unusual process you have in place at work.
This process helps people stay on the same page and anticipate needs in terms of scope or execution.
What are your gaming habits and favorite games?
I download a lot of both free and paid games to get a sense of whats being released.
I got hooked onShenzhen Solitairerecently.Dissemblerandsupertypeare really novel gameplay with great aesthetics.Desert Golfingis beautifully simple.
Oh jeez, honestly, everyone at Dots.
Every Thursday we have a show & tell session.
How do you keep track of what you have to do?
Google Calendar and the native iOS Reminders app.
How do you recharge or take a break?
My friendAlexanderswears by baths, so Ive started to do that occasionally.
The proximity to water is a helpful way to ensure you dont get distracted by electronics.
Whats your favorite side project?
I wrote and illustrated a childrens book calledLessons From a Dogthat was published by Penguin.
Three of the pages make me almost cry when I think about them.
I was lucky to channel something that, to me, feels deeply honest.
What are you currently reading, or what do you recommend?
Alexander Girard: A Designers Universe
Who else would you like to see answer these questions?
ArtistLauren McCarthy
Whats the best advice youve ever received?
Take your pleasures seriously.Charles Eames
Whats a problem youre still trying to solve?
Balancing the various disciplines at our studio.
Updated:Weve replaced an older staff photo with a more recent one.
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